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Top 5 hotels in El Castillo at a glance

Chateau Arenal — 3-star hotel in Peñas Blancas. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga — 3-star hotel in Peñas Blancas. Guest rating: 8.8/10 — Excellent.
Arenal cautiva — 3.5-star hotel in El Millon. Guest rating: 10/10 — Exceptional.
Hotel Linda Vista — 3-star hotel in La Fortuna. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails — 3-star hotel in La Fortuna. Guest rating: 9.6/10 — Exceptional.

Where to stay in El Castillo?

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in El Castillo on Hotels.com. These El Castillo hotels consistently deliver on comfort, location and traveler experience. Last updated on August 29, 2026.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden rocking chair, a small table, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern building with a glass entrance, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

A restaurant with wooden interior, tables with white tablecloths, and a tiled floor.

Chateau Arenal

Peñas Blancas

CNY541

CNY611 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Two lounge chairs facing a pool with a view of a lake and hills.

A paved pathway, lush greenery, a mountain, and a body of water.

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a garden, a wooden rocking chair, a bed with a white comforter, and a glass coffee table with a vase of flowers.

A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a lake and hills.

Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

Peñas Blancas

CNY398

CNY450 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern room with a bed, a small kitchen area, and a dining space.

A modern kitchen with a marble island, bar stools, a coffee machine, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A dining table with a fruit platter, two bowls, and a coffee cup.

A room with a large window featuring curtains, a view of a mountain, and lush greenery outside.

Arenal cautiva

El Millon

CNY682

CNY771 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A hot tub with a stone base, surrounded by a pool, and overlooking a scenic view of a sunset over a body of water and hills.

A restaurant with a view of mountains and a greenhouse. Tables are set with white tablecloths and purple napkins.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a greenhouse, and a mountain view.

A building with a red roof and a small car parked in front.

Hotel Linda Vista

La Fortuna

CNY501

CNY566 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A hotel with a mountain view, a reflective pond, and lush greenery.

A resort with a pool, lush greenery, and a mountain view.

A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A wooden deck with a restaurant, overlooking a scenic landscape with a sunset view.

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

La Fortuna

CNY768

CNY868 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A stone pool with wooden lounge chairs, a thatched roof, and a stone wall.

A wooden staircase leading to a small building surrounded by dense tropical vegetation.

A garden with a pond, stone steps, and lush greenery.

A rustic wooden structure with a stone pathway leading to a covered seating area.

Rancho Margot

Tronadora

CNY901

CNY1,018 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A lush garden with a winding path, a small pool, and a building with a red roof.

A reception area with a wooden ceiling, a mural with floral and bird designs, and a reception desk with two staff members.

A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a sofa, and a round table.

A room with a wooden floor, large windows, and a decorative light fixture made of circular objects.

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

La Fortuna

CNY923

CNY1,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A buffet setup with various food items and utensils, surrounded by large windows and decorative lighting.

A modern bedroom with two beds, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A room with a large window overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A modern eco-friendly cabin nestled in a lush forest, featuring two bedrooms with large windows, a visible bathroom, and a deck area.

Sangregado Lodge

La Fortuna

CNY1,243

CNY1,405 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A bar with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and shelves stocked with liquor bottles.

A dining table set with multiple wine glasses, a candle, and rose petals.

A wooden dining table set with various dishes and fruits, surrounded by lush greenery.

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

La Fortuna

CNY2,890

CNY3,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A nighttime pool area with palm trees and a gazebo.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden furniture, and a curved wooden ceiling.

A patio with wicker chairs and a glass table, overlooking a lush landscape and a mountain.

A bar area with wicker chairs and a stone counter, large windows with a view, and wooden ceiling beams.

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

Monterrey

CNY3,864

CNY4,366 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A lush, tropical garden with a hot spring area, stone seating, and a variety of plants.

A landscaped entrance with a sign for Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort, surrounded by tropical vegetation and a mountain in the background.

A couple dining at a table in a pool surrounded by tropical plants and rocks.

A mountain with a red-roofed building complex at its base, surrounded by lush greenery.

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

La Fortuna

CNY936

CNY1,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A restaurant interior with wooden floors, a bar area, and a dining section with tables and chairs.

A pool with a mountain in the background.

A reception area with a tiled floor, wooden benches, potted plants, and a sign indicating the reception.

A building with large windows and a wooden exterior.

Hotel Arenal Lodge

La Fortuna

CNY1,028

CNY1,162 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A tropical garden with a waterfall, stone seating, and lush greenery.

A lush garden with a waterfall, a pool with lounge areas, and a building with a green roof.

A bar area with a central fountain, seating around the pool, and a bar counter with various bottles.

A water feature with a waterfall, surrounded by tropical plants and a stone pathway.

Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa

La Fortuna

CNY2,339

CNY2,643 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A pool with clear blue water, a stone statue, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A staircase leading to a lush garden with a view of a green landscape and a clear blue sky.

A room with a bed, a bench, a desk, and a chair.

A large, white bathtub in a room with wooden paneling and colorful stained glass windows.

La Mansion Inn Arenal

Arenal

CNY816

CNY923 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A hot tub surrounded by tropical plants at night.

A lush garden with tropical plants and a mountain in the background.

A stone bridge over a pond with a waterfall in the background, surrounded by lush greenery.

A house surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

La Fortuna

CNY925

CNY1,045 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a person swimming, surrounded by a thatched roof, lounge chairs, and an umbrella.

A modern house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.

A lush garden with a water feature, dense foliage, and a stone pathway.

A modern house with a swimming pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

La Fortuna

CNY1,600

CNY1,808 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A natural water feature surrounded by lush greenery.

A tranquil indoor garden with a central water feature, surrounded by lush greenery and stone walls.

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a glass table with a vase of flowers, a sofa with cushions, and a view of greenery outside.

Hotel El Silencio del Campo

La Fortuna

CNY1,589

CNY1,796 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A modern outdoor living area with a pool, seating, and a covered patio.

A modern kitchen with a large island, pendant lighting, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern outdoor living area with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the interior.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a hot tub.

BAUMA

La Fortuna

CNY1,022

CNY1,155 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern building with large windows overlooking a lake and distant hills.

A room with a bed, a table, and a view of the sea at sunset.

A room with a view of a sunset over a body of water, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and a green sofa.

A modern house with a concrete pathway leading to a white building with large windows and a balcony overlooking a body of water.

Hotel Laguna Arenal

Arenal

CNY1,380

CNY1,559 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A resort with multiple swimming pools surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

A modern building with large glass windows and a well-lit interior.

A resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings surrounded by lush tropical gardens and a mountain in the background.

A wooden structure with a thatched roof surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

Hotel Lomas del Volcán

La Fortuna

CNY1,249

CNY1,411 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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Top landmarks in El Castillo

Butterfly Conservatory

8.8/10 (98 reviews)

It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a trip to Butterfly Conservatory, located 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central El Castillo. If you have fun at Butterfly Conservatory, you'll love Wellness Park Costa Rica, located nearby.

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El Castillo is well-known for its attractions such as Lake Arenal and Butterfly Conservatory.

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A riverside village with colorful houses, a large fort on a hill, and lush greenery.

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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The hot springs and the area around it are amazing!"

Nayara Gardens

10/10 Excellent

"Is nice resort and nice staff, we love to stay, will be back next year."

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

10/10 Excellent

"Great for all kinds of people! Whether you're a couple enjoying a special evening, a young family looking for a adventures, or adult families just wanting to hang out, Las Ventanas is the place to be! Our dining experience there was amazing, everything was so delicious! Can't wait to go back! Pura Vida!"

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We will definitely be back, we loved the property and all the staff were so amazing!!"

Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Great property"

Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Muy bonito el lugar. Nos atendieron bien. El front desk nos orientó y el personal excelente. Recomendado. Saludos desde Puerto Rico."

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was delicious with good portions. Room was clean but a little on the small side for a family of four. Games and books available to use between activities or on rainy days. Lots of dining options within walking distance."

Hotel Lomas del Volcán

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were very nice and excursions were easy to book and convenient! Only thing I wish was more food options and dining halls!"

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

8/10 Good

"Bueno para conectarse con la naturaleza."

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hotel room cost in El Castillo?

You can choose a great hotel in El Castillo from CNY433 with properties to suit all budgets and needs. Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga is one low-cost option that's popular with our travelers. If you're after an affordable hotel in El Castillo that meets all of your requirements, set your filters and then sort the results by "Price: low to high".

How can I find deals and earn rewards at El Castillo hotels?

Discover great deals on El Castillo hotel stays with Hotels.com. Take a look at hotel prices mid-week or during the low season as to find those off-peak deals. If it's a spontaneous trip, check out our last-minute deals on El Castillo hotels.

Can I book El Castillo hotels with free cancellation?

In order to book a refundable El Castillo hotel, simply filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". Most hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.

What are some of the best hotels in El Castillo for couples?

Enjoy your couple's retreat with a stay at a top-rated El Castillo romantic hotel. Our travelers love Chateau Arenal, a hotel with a restaurant as well as in-room champagne service. Use the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and select "Adults only" or "Romantic" to find even more hotels in El Castillo for couples on Hotels.com.

What are the top El Castillo hotels with a pool?

Discover some of the best El Castillo hotels with a pool for a little extra luxury on your trip. Chateau Arenal is a great hotel with an outdoor pool and a children's pool, and a guest rating of 9 out of 10. Plus, you can make the most of its hot tub and restaurant. Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga is a popular hostal that features an outdoor pool along with a restaurant and spa services. To find more stays in El Castillo with a pool, use the "Amenities" filter on Hotels.com in your search and select "Pool".

What are some of the best El Castillo hotels with free parking?

If you're arriving by car, choosing a great El Castillo hotel with free parking is a plus. Our travelers' favorites include:

Cabinas Los Tucanes: A hotel with an average guest rating of 10 out of 10
Chateau Arenal: A hotel with an average guest rating of 9
Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga: A hostal with an average guest rating of 8.8

What are some popular hotels in central El Castillo?

For hotels in central El Castillo, check out Hotel Linda Vista and Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails. Travelers love Hotel Linda Vista for its location, as well as the outdoor pool, restaurant and free full breakfast this hotel offers. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is another popular central lodge with an outdoor pool, a children's pool and a full-service spa. Stay at one of these hotels for easy access to top sights like Arenal Volcano National Park, Tabacon Hot Springs, and Arenal Volcano. El Millon is a central neighborhood for your El Castillo vacation.

What hotels do travelers like in El Castillo?

Guests like Chateau Arenal, Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort and Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa.

Where can I find free parking at my hotel in El Castillo?

Park your car for free at Rancho Margot.

Can I book a refundable hotel in El Castillo?

If you want the flexibility to change your travel plans to El Castillo, most hotels provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.

Where can I stay in El Castillo if I want a vacation rental instead of a hotel?

If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, review our selection of 21 vacation homes. In addition, you can choose from 5 apartments.

What will the weather in El Castillo be like during my visit?

With an average temperature of 79°F during the coldest months, El Castillo is a great place to visit any time of year.

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